Steamed Fish in Malaysian-Style Broth
A light and flavorful Chinese dish featuring steamed fish in a spicy Malaysian-inspired soup.
Ingredients
- β1 pound Fish (1 whole, scaled and gutted)
- β1/2 cup Whipped coconut milk
- β2 tablespoons Malaysian chili sauce (sambal oelek)
- β1-inch piece Ginger, slicedoptional
- β2 cloves Garlic, minced
- β2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- β1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- β1 tablespoon Sugar
- β2 cups Water
- β1/4 cup Scallions, choppedfor garnish
Instructions
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1. Rinse the fish under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
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2. In a large pot, combine coconut milk, chili sauce, ginger, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar.
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3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
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4. Reduce heat to medium-low and add water.
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5. Bring the soup to a simmer.
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6. Add the fish to the pot, making sure it is fully submerged in the soup.
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7. Cover the pot with a lid and steam the fish for 8-10 minutes, or until it's cooked through.
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8. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve immediately.